Why Parking in Front of a Fire Hydrant is a Bad Idea

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So you've circled the block twelve times searching for a parking spot. There would be plenty
of room if someone didn't park in the middle of a space big enough for two cars. Part of you
is almost wishing you were handicapped and if a temporary self-diagnosed mental handicap would
suffice. And that's the point where it happens. You turn a corner and see an open space ahead.
You drag race ahead and stop just ahead of your target. Success! You put your car in reverse
and look out the rear window.

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
It can't be! Not a fire hydrant in the only space you can find. Now most people would journey
onward. Hint: That's why the space is open. But not everyone is so bright.